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Overview

The Pentium Gold G7400E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 46 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 6,134 points. Launch price was $69.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pentium Gold G7400E across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pentium Gold G7400E specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pentium Gold G7400E is a 2-core / 4-thread processor based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.6 GHz from a base frequency of 3.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 6 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 1.25 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 6,134, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Aging generation product. Geekbench 6 single-core (the most relevant metric for gaming FPS) records 1,960, while multi-core reaches 4,131. Cinebench R23 multi-core (measuring sustained rendering workload performance) scores 3,814.

Specification	Pentium Gold G7400E
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.6 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.6 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Alder Lake-S (2022)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	10 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	6 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1.25 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	80K (per core)
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	6,134
Cinebench R23 MultiSustained multi-core rendering performance	3,814
Geekbench 6 SingleSingle-core performance — most relevant for gaming	1,960
Geekbench 6 MultiMulti-core parallel workload performance	4,131

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium Gold G7400E fits into the LGA1700 socket and supports PCIe 5.0 with 20 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel memory at speeds up to DDR5-4800 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 128 GB across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth). It supports ECC memory, providing error-correcting capabilities — essential for mission-critical workloads and servers. Integrated graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 710 — allows display output without a dedicated GPU, useful for troubleshooting and light tasks.

Specification	Pentium Gold G7400E
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1700
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 5.0
PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion	20
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR5-4800
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	128 GB
RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel	2
ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption	Yes
Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor	Intel UHD Graphics 710
Compatible ChipsetsMotherboard chipsets that support this CPU	H610,B660,H670,Z690,W680,Q670,B760,H770,Z790
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Advanced Features

The Pentium Gold G7400E is primarily designed for Embedded. Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads).

Specification	Pentium Gold G7400E
Primary Use CaseIntended workload category	Embedded
OverclockingWhether CPU clock can be manually increased	🔒 Locked
AVX-512Advanced vector instructions for AI/ML workloads	❌ Not Supported
VirtualizationHardware-assisted virtualization technology	VT-x, VT-d

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Power & Cooling

The Pentium Gold G7400E has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 46 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed. No stock cooler is included — you will need to purchase an aftermarket cooler separately. Recommended cooling: Standard.

Specification	Pentium Gold G7400E
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	46 Watt
Included CoolerStock cooler bundled in the box	No
Recommended CoolerSuggested aftermarket cooling solution	Standard

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #1703 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pentium Gold G7400E
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1703
Release DateLaunch date	2007-01-01
Release Year	2022
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel